Senior Project Engineer

American Contracting and Environmental Services, Inc.

$90K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related field
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Project Engineer or Construction Engineer
  • Experience with wastewater treatment plant or utility infrastructure projects preferred
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Provide engineering support for day-to-day construction activities
  • Manage daily operations for multiple construction projects
  • Review contract plans, specifications, and technical submittals
  • Interpret engineering drawings and assist with work package execution
  • Perform quality control checks on submittals and project documentation
  • Track project costs and budgets to support project performance
  • Coordinate with project teams and stakeholders for project delivery

Benefits

  • Onsite support for active construction operations
  • Opportunities for mentoring junior engineers and co-ops
  • Involvement with complex water and wastewater construction projects
  • Collaborative work environment with field teams and subcontractors
  • Potential exposure to self-perform construction work
Full Job Description
About the Role:

We are adding a Senior Project Engineer to support the execution of complex water and wastewater facility construction projects by working closely with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and field teams. This role is responsible for managing project planning, scheduling, procurement, cost tracking, subcontractor coordination, and technical project support while helping ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and in line with project requirements. This position will be onsite supporting active construction operations and mentoring junior engineers and co-ops.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related field
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Project Engineer or Construction Engineer
  • Experience working on wastewater treatment plant or utility infrastructure projects preferred
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with water or wastewater treatment plant construction
  • Exposure to self-perform construction work
  • Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating field operations
  • Familiarity with project scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and quality control
  • Experience mentoring junior engineers or co-ops

Responsibilities:
  • Provide engineering support for day-to-day construction activities on assigned projects
  • Manage daily operations for multiple construction projects while supporting schedule, budget, and quality goals
  • Review contract plans, specifications, technical submittals, and shop drawings
  • Interpret engineering drawings and assist with work package planning and execution
  • Perform quality control checks on submittals, materials, and project documentation
  • Track project costs, budgets, and resource allocation to support project performance
  • Coordinate with project teams, subcontractors, vendors, and stakeholders to support project delivery
  • Assist with procurement activities and subcontractor coordination
  • Identify field issues and help develop practical construction solutions
  • Generate and submit daily reports tracking project progress and milestones
  • Attend project meetings and support communication between field and office teams
  • Supervise and mentor Project Engineers and Co-Ops
  • Support project scheduling updates and reporting efforts

Skills:
  • Strong attention to detail and organization
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and active projects
  • Clear communication with field teams, subcontractors, vendors, and project staff
  • Strong understanding of construction operations, project flow, and coordination
  • Problem-solving mindset and ability to adapt in fast-paced environments
  • Ability to work both in the office and in the field
  • Leadership and mentoring abilities

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